Kristina Rivas
Glendale
Summary
Compassionate nursing student actively pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, with a strong focus on delivering patient-centered care, especially for children with special needs. Bilingual in Spanish and English, with proven skills in communication and teamwork across healthcare and customer service environments.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista
LaLa Land
Scottsdale
01.2026 - Current
- Prepared high-quality coffee beverages according to standard recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the coffee shop environment.
- Provided excellent customer service during peak hours and busy shifts.
- Operated espresso machines and brewing equipment efficiently.
- Handled cash transactions accurately and processed payments swiftly.
- Educated customers on menu items and specialty drinks available.
Nutrition Advisor
Equinox
Irvine
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided personalized nutrition advice to clients based on individual health goals.
- Developed customized meal plans to support client wellness and fitness objectives.
- Collaborated with fitness trainers to integrate nutrition into overall wellness programs.
- Participated in workshops to enhance knowledge of current nutrition trends and research.
- Coordinated with vendors regarding product availability or pricing information.
- Educated clients on the importance of proper nutrition for optimal health.
Private Tutor (Grades 1–5)
Independent
- Provided one-on-one academic support to elementary students in reading, math, and writing.
- Specialized in tutoring a student with severe ADHD and autism, adapting teaching methods to encourage focus, retention, and confidence.
- Developed individualized learning strategies to meet developmental and behavioral needs.
- Partnered with parents to track progress and set attainable academic goals.
- 3 years
Barista / Shift Lead
Dutch Bros
Fountain Valley
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Led daily store operations including opening/closing, inventory, and staff delegation.
- Trained and supervised team members, fostering a supportive and efficient work environment.
- Built strong relationships with customers, resolving concerns with empathy and professionalism.
Bartender
Lounge Group
Newport Beach
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered efficient service in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
- Mentored new team members and maintained compliance with safety and service standards.
- Recognized for reliability and ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Multiple Locations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2027
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA08-2025
Skills
- Patient and compassionate care for children with special needs
- Bilingual: Fluent in Spanish and English
- Strong communication & interpersonal skills
- Team coordination and leadership
- Cultural competency in care delivery
- Conflict resolution
- Time management & multitasking
- Patient care
- Nutrition planning
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Front counter maintenance
- FLUENT IN SPANISH
- Retail management
- POS systems
- Speedy and efficient
- Positive and professional
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- CPR Certified
- Responsible Beverage Service (RBS)
- Food Handler's Certification
- NIHSS Stroke Certificate
Timeline
Barista
LaLa Land
01.2026 - Current
Bartender
Lounge Group
01.2023 - 01.2024
Barista / Shift Lead
Dutch Bros
02.2022 - 01.2023
Nutrition Advisor
Equinox
01.2022 - 01.2023
Private Tutor (Grades 1–5)
Independent
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
Long Beach City College